Chronic Bronchitis
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Prevention

What
can I do to help my breathing and reduce my coughing?

If you smoke, the most important thing you can do is to
stop. The more smoke you breathe in, the more it damages your lungs. If you
stop smoking, you'll breathe better, you won't cough as much and your lungs
will begin to heal. You'll also reduce your chance of getting lung cancer. Ask
your doctor to help you stop smoking.

Try to avoid other things that can irritate your lungs, such
as aerosol products like hairspray, spray deodorant and spray paint. Also avoid
breathing in dust or chemical fumes. To protect your lungs, wear a mask over
your nose and mouth if you are using paint, paint remover, varnish or anything
else with strong fumes.